Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
keenanii
ID:
545156

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 526 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544488

Common Names

  • Ardisia Keenanii
  • Keenanii Ardisia
  • Ardisia

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Description

Ardisia keenanii (also called 'Keenan's Ardisia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of white flowers with pinkish-red berries. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of light frost.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia keenanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Ardisia keenanii flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia keenanii is a tropical evergreen shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Ardisia keenanii

Ardisia keenanii is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ardisia keenanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia keenanii?

Ardisia keenanii

What is the family of Ardisia keenanii?

Primulaceae

What is the habitat of Ardisia keenanii?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Ardisia genus

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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